Coins and Currency
An Historical Encyclopedia
Seiten
2003
McFarland & Co Inc (Verlag)
978-0-7864-1450-5 (ISBN)
McFarland & Co Inc (Verlag)
978-0-7864-1450-5 (ISBN)
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This reference work offers 228 entries of historical commentary on the role of coins and currency in human events, politics and the arts. Not only does the book cover the evolution and circulation of money throughout history, it also includes biographical information on the designers of coins.
Throughout history, money has developed along with society. During ancient times currency took many forms, including such varied items as beaver skins and sea salt blocks. As societies made technological and artistic advancements, their monetary systems and currencies advanced as well. Today, coins and currency are an important part of the historical and archaeological record, providing information regarding the culture, religion, interests, and major leaders of societies throughout the world. This reference work offers 228 entries of historical commentary on the role of coins and currency in human events, politics, and the arts. Not only does this sourcebook cover the evolution and circulation of money throughout history, it also includes biographical information on the designers of coins and the creators of various monetary systems. A time line of important events in the history of money is included, along with a glossary and bibliography. Photographs of coins and bills enhance the text, providing an up-close look at many beautiful artifacts.
Throughout history, money has developed along with society. During ancient times currency took many forms, including such varied items as beaver skins and sea salt blocks. As societies made technological and artistic advancements, their monetary systems and currencies advanced as well. Today, coins and currency are an important part of the historical and archaeological record, providing information regarding the culture, religion, interests, and major leaders of societies throughout the world. This reference work offers 228 entries of historical commentary on the role of coins and currency in human events, politics, and the arts. Not only does this sourcebook cover the evolution and circulation of money throughout history, it also includes biographical information on the designers of coins and the creators of various monetary systems. A time line of important events in the history of money is included, along with a glossary and bibliography. Photographs of coins and bills enhance the text, providing an up-close look at many beautiful artifacts.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 1.8.2003 |
|---|---|
| Zusatzinfo | illustrations |
| Verlagsort | Jefferson, NC |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 126 x 198 mm |
| Gewicht | 1361 g |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Freizeit / Hobby ► Sammeln / Sammlerkataloge |
| Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lexikon / Chroniken | |
| Geschichte ► Teilgebiete der Geschichte ► Wirtschaftsgeschichte | |
| ISBN-10 | 0-7864-1450-2 / 0786414502 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-7864-1450-5 / 9780786414505 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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